Haiti Earthquake Appeal

The New York Times, CNN, and The Times London are all reporting an estimate of at least 100,000 dead and more still to come.  The pictures are shocking, leaving many to tears as the world is given photographic evidence of the pain and suffering.  In these times of crisis it is up to everyone to come together and pool resources to help those in need.  Yes, in a month's time the people of Haiti will most likely be forgotten by the media and push to the back of people's minds.  But, for now we must stop the cynical nature and push forth a more humane view.  So, what can you do to help?

DONATE:  Whether it is money, time, clothes, food.  Everyone can help by giving. If money is short and you have a family to feed then look through your closets/wardrobes and see what you haven't worn in a while and give it the Salvation Army, Red Cross, Goodwill, or any other body that is giving aid to Haiti.  Look through your cupboards and food that can be spared don't throw away - just give it to a charity.  And if you have an extra £5 or £10 lying around then put to good use and send it to a local group you know will help in this time.  Please, let us not forget that apart of being human is to be humane and the people of Haiti need some humanity. 

Sites to donate to for Haiti relief.

1) Partners in Health  - an organization with more than 20 years of health and advocacy work in Haiti, started with anthropologist and medical Dr. Paul Farmer.

2) Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) - this organization is an independent humanitarian medical group.

3) You can donate to Zanmi Lasante’s child nutrition program.  Zanmi Lasante is a program of Partners in Health, founded by Dr. Paul Farmer.

4) Disasters Emergency Committee website at www.dec.org.uk or phone 0370 60 60 900.

5) You can advocate for forgiving Haiti’s debt (courtesy of Haiti Reborn).

6) ICRC Familylinks - A website from the Red Cross to help people locate loved ones.

7) Any other local group you know that is giving relief to Haiti.

I know some of you wish you could go and give your help on the ground, but if that is not possible at this time then give your support through money, clothes, supplies.  In the future remember these emotions and channel them into volunteering and community help either abroad or at home.  We can't forget the humanity part of being human - something that happens far to often.  If you have anymore organizations you know of then please share.  Have a good day